My New York Minute

Sorry for the belated recount of my New York adventure, but I forgot to pack my camera cable. I may have been there for more than a minute, but it was all too soon before I was back on a plane bound for the west coast. It definitely did not help that I had quite the ordeal getting to New York due to a delayed flight and a missed connection resulting in the loss of half a day of my trip. However, let's not dwell on the negative because I had the best time in New York. I mean how can you not in that city, especially as I got to catch up with two friends. The laughter and storytelling that ensued only strengthened the notion that time and distance means nothing when it comes to real friendship. I got to spend time with people who know the city and with them I crisscrossed all over the East Village for dinner and dessert on Saturday then brunch on Sunday. The highlight of the foodie adventure was Freemans, a delightful and very popular restaurant with interesting decor. I indulged in the pumpkin spice pancakes and good company.

Pumpkin did seem to be the flavour of the day as we proceeded to a charming place called Once Upon A Tart in Soho. I was still full from brunch, but not too full to sample a bite of the pumpkin tart.

The long and enjoyable Sunday was rounded out by a lovely walk along the High Line, which and I quote 'is a public park built on an historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side'. It is quite cool and a unique way to view some of the city as well as the Hudson River. I had never taken the opportunity to venture this far west before and I am really glad I did. This is the awesome thing about New York in that you discover something new ever time, which is why I am up to five visits and cannot get enough. Our walk continued on along the Hudson River once the High Line had come to an end, concluding with dinner in Whole Foods and my inner tourist coming out to say hi at Times Square. I was mesmerized in Whole Foods by the peanut grinding machine that allows you to make your own peanut butter. The resulting product is delicious and could definitely lead to an addiction if I can locate the same machine at a Vancouver store.

Monday was my last day in New York as I flew out early Tuesday morning. As my friend had to work I took the opportunity to play tourist and reacquaint myself with the avenues, streets and places that I love. I was a very tired, but content girl by the end of my touristy day. Something to mention was the very unique welcome I got as one of the first people to walk into FAO Schwarz. All the staff members lined up on either side of the door and clapped as you walked in, which definitely is unique.

With the rising of the sun on Tuesday morning New York and I said our fond farewells with an unspoken promise to visit again soon. I had the loveliest of hostesses, who is responsible for some of the photography. To her, I offer my thanks and a gentle reminder that Vancouver is calling...